Things to Do in Nice
• Discover tranquil forest paths, turquoise coves, and charming spots perfect for strolling or sunbathing.
• Explore the natural beauty of the largest Lérins island, visit Fort Royal or try local delicacies at nearby eateries for a fulfilling experience.
Welcome to Nice the Beautiful - a tour of Old Town and Castle Hill
Informative, inspiring and lots of fun!
Join Walkative! as we explore the history, the art, the architecture, and of course the food of Nice. You will very quickly see why “Nissa La Bella” (Nice the beautiful) is more than just the city’s motto. Learn tons of interesting, sometimes quirky facts along the way, and do so JUST IN TIME for lunch……or Happy Hour. And don’t worry, we will show you where to eat so that you can enjoy Nice like a local, because we know this city by heart! Just be warned, Nice can easily steal your heart. It stole ours. See you soon!
Nice, a gem on the French Riviera surrounded by majestic mountains and the sparkling sea, boasts a rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture. From its Greek origins as Nikaia to its transformation into a 19th-century aristocratic retreat, the city has always been a beacon of elegance and artistry, inspiring legends like Henri Matisse and Marc Chagall.
During the tour you will see all of Nice's treasures: the bustling Place Massena, the iconic Promenade des Anglais with its azure blue chairs, and the historic Vieux Nice, the Old Town. We will see the hyperrealistic paintings - Trompe L'Oeils, explore the lively Cours Saleya market, and learn about the city's fascinating history, from the House of Savoy's winter palace to the tales of the "bank heist of the century." We will admire architectural marvels like the Negresco hotel and the Opera House. The tour will finish at Castle Hill, offering breathtaking views of the city's picturesque landscape.
Join our tour and discover the beauty of Nice, a city with a Greek name, an Italian feel, and a distinctly French flair. Experience why icons like Queen Victoria and Elton John have called it home. Book now and see for yourself!
During this 2,5 hour tour you will see and hear:
- Fontaine du Soleil at Place Massena
- The Underground River at Parc du Paillon
- Conversations a Nice – modern art installation
- 9 Lignes Obliques – “Nine Diagonal Lines” artwork
- Les Trompes l’oeil – hyperrealistic façade paintings
- The Promenade des Anglais
- The history of the blue chairs
- The legendary Negresco hotel
- The Opera House of Nice
- The Cours Saleya flower market
- Place Rossetti
- Palace of the Prefecture
- Palace of Justice
- Cathedral Sainte Reparate
- Rue Droite
Look for the yellow umbrella at the meeting point!
ℹ️ ⚠️ ATTENTION - booking rules
Please note that our free tours are designed for individual travelers and small private groups only. Hence, we do not accept parties of 8 or more people on regular free tours and guides have the right to deny participation to such groups. If you travel in a party of 8 or more please book a private tour in advance.
If you show up at the meeting point with the bigger group our guide will ask you for the payment (18 eur/person) before the tour or cancel your reservation on the spot. To confirm your reservation please arrive 10 minutes before starting. We can not guarantee participation when you will be late.
Please note that multiply bookings (under different names) for 7 people who belong to one group will still be treated as one organized group and the guide has the right to deny participation to such parties.
This policy is implied in the best interest of our individual visitors.
Please respect our rules.
• Hop on the Red route and hit up 12 key stops, including the Promenade des Anglais & Old Town, as buses roll around every 60 minutes.
• Ride in comfort aboard an open-top double-decker bus and immerse yourself in the city's tales by putting on an 8-language audio guide.
• Stop at the Russian Church, a gem of Russian architecture, the Old Town, buzzing with seasonal markets, and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Villefranche Citadel.
Join us for a journey through the heart of Nice’s Old Town, where every corner has a story and every street reveals something new. Over the course of 2 to 2.5 hours, we'll explore the city's most iconic spots — from Massena Square and the Opera House to Cours Saleya Market, Rossetti Square, and the panoramic views from Castle Hill. Along the way, I’ll share local legends, cultural insights, and hidden gems that bring Nice to life. We meet at the Apollo statue in Massena Square at 10:55 AM — just look for the red umbrella. This is a tip-based tour, so you’re free to contribute what you feel it was worth. Let’s discover the real Nice together.
• Start with pickup from your hotel in Nice, then ride in an air-conditioned minivan as your local driver-guide shares stories on the way.
• Travel by road to Saint-Tropez and Port Grimaud, with drop-offs near the waterfront so you can reach marinas, streets, and squares on foot.
• See two Riviera settings in one outing, with resort buzz in Saint-Tropez and quieter canals and quays in Port Grimaud along the coast.
• Enhance your day by adding a boat cruise from Port Grimaud to Saint-Tropez from May to September, plus a vineyard stop with wine tasting and views.
• Choose the format that fits you best, from a small-group tour of up to 8 guests to a private outing, and select guiding in one of six languages.
Dear travelers, we are delighted to offer you the best walking tour experience, crafted with love and care.
Our goal is to create a joyful atmosphere with captivating storytelling, delightful surprises, and stunning photos of you, capturing the most amazing panoramic views.
This inspirational tour starts between the New & the Old Town of Nice and ends up with the most stunning views of the Bay of Angels. ✨
We'll travel back in time, exploring Nice's rich history, vibrant art scene, and stunning architecture, all while creating happy memories that will last a lifetime.
Savor a delightful ice-cream break, and immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of la joie de vivre (joy of life) in Nice.
At the end of the tour, you'll receive our exclusive list of the most fantastic restaurants, rooftop bars, and other secret places loved by locals.
We will talk about not only history, music, architecture, food, and famous people living in Nice, but also about the modern life of the city, including its smart technologies and innovations.
For example:
- Did you know that Nice became a UNESCO world heritage site in 2021?
- Or why has it been recognised as one of the 10 most innovative cities in Europe?
- How about why is the sea such a stunning gentle blue colour?
- And why is this area known as the Bay of Angels?
We’ll be excited to share all of this information and much more with you on our tour!
We will also be happy to take photos of you to capture your wonderful moments in Nice. 📸
We limit the group to 10 people maximum, so that everyone has the best experience.
Book now and get ready for an adventure that combines history, art, beauty and a touch of mystery!
• Start with pickup from your hotel in Nice, meet up to 7 fellow travelers, then ride together in an air-conditioned minivan along the coastal roads.
• Visit hilltop Èze for village views, tour the Fragonard perfume factory, then continue to Monaco for time to explore districts on your own.
• A professional multilingual driver-guide shares context at each stop, answers questions, and points out photo spots during walks between drives.
• Upgrade from the half-day plan to a full-day small-group tour that also visits Cannes, giving you longer stops and more time to explore each place.
• Enhance your experience with a private tour for your group, adding Cap Ferrat and nearby towns plus pacing set at each stop to suit you.
Our Golden Hour of Nice tour will start at Place Massena, the heart of the city where we will learn about Henri Massena, the convergence of the old and new town and the controversy of the Fountain du Soleil.
Making our way through Old Nice, we shall see the equally impressive Palace of Justice and hear about the infamous and fascinating “bank heist of the century” perpetrated by the criminally clever Albert Spaggiare and immortalised through the film “The Easy Way”.
From there we visit the Porte Fausse and former medieval slaughterhouse district of the old town and then move to place Rossetti and its baroque Cathedral of Sainte Reparate.
Making our way to past the medieval Jewish Ghetto to Rue Droite, once the high street of medieval Nice, we will pass by the incredible Genovese Baroque Palais Lascaris.
Next we will view an original cannonball from the 1543 Turkish/Franco siege of Nice and learn about Catherine Segurane, the heroine of Nice in this battle. We will then continue through the old town to the impressive Place Garibaldi and discover the importance of this location during the time when Nice was a walled fortress of a city and discuss the role Garibaldi played as a military leader in Nice as it became part of France in 1860.
From there you will have access to the best locations in Nice for happy hour drinks and or dinner and the tour will conclude, just minutes from the old town, port, lively rue Bonaparte and rue Catherine Segurane.
On this tour from Nice, we'll discover the highlights of the Italian Riviera such as Ventimiglia and Sanremo, as well as visiting the Principality of Monaco.
• A trilingual driver-guide accompanies the tour, sharing local insights as you stop at villages, canyon viewpoints, and lavender fields.
• Follow the Verdon River past dramatic canyon scenery, with stops at panoramic lookouts overlooking one of Europe’s deepest gorges.
• Spend free time in Moustiers-Sainte-Marie exploring cobbled streets, ceramic workshops, Provençal cafés, and mountain village views.
• During lavender season, visit the Plateau de Valensole and relax by Lac de Sainte-Croix, known for its turquoise waters and lakeside scenery.
• Start with pickup at your Nice hotel, ride out toward the hillside above the bay, then finish back at your door after the loop through Monaco.
• Reach Èze and Monaco in an AC minivan with a multilingual driver who handles the route, then enjoy built-in free time to explore Monaco at your pace.
• At each stop your guide points out viewpoints and shares local context, so you can make the most of your time in Èze and Monaco without rushing.
• Upgrade your itinerary by adding a Fragonard perfume factory stop or a coastal return via Villefranche sur Mer for broader Riviera sea views.
• Select your preferred format, choosing between half or full-day shared tours, a night-time departure, or a private outing tailored to your group size.
1:30-hour free walking tour of Old Nice
Hello,
Discover the most beautiful city in France on a walking tour!
To make the visit as friendly as possible, I only offer walks in small groups.
Here's the list of places visited:
- Place Masséna
- Opera House
- Cours Saleya
- Place Rossetti
- Promenade des Anglais
- Place Garibaldi
- And many more!
There will also be photo breaks to capture your fondest memories.
As a lover of gastronomy and nature walks, I'll be sharing my best recommendations to ensure that your discovery extends far beyond the visit!
Also, offering a guided tour in english is an opportunity to practice since my english is not perfect. I will do my best to make me understand well!
Book your visit now to (re)discover one of France's most beautiful cities!
• Start with hotel pick up in Nice, then meet your multilingual driver-guide and ride in an air-conditioned minivan with a small group of travelers.
• Explore Antibes, Cannes and Saint Paul de Vence on foot, with time in marinas, promenades and village lanes to soak up each stop fully.
• At each town you can stroll streets, step into galleries or cafes and capture photos, while the timing keeps your day feeling relaxed.
• Upgrade to an itinerary that stops in Tourette-sur-Loup, Grasse and Gourdon, adding hillside views and perfume towns to your day too.
• Select a half-day or full-day tour length to match your schedule, from a quick coastal snapshot to a day out that lingers along the shore.
